Council sets aside $100K for McClure Project infrastructure
McClure Project area gets $100,000 boost for infrastructure improvements, likely benefiting nearby residents and supporting neighborhood development.
Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
7th Avenue South streetscape improvements via state grant
Council approves a partnership with Alabama Department of Transportation to fund streetscape improvements on 7th Avenue South, enhancing sidewalks, pedestrian safety, and neighborhood aesthetics.
City awards scrap metal contract to Steel City Recycling
City secures a competitive bid for ongoing scrap metal sales, generating revenue from recyclable materials at city facilities.
Council awards $799K stream stabilization contract to Tate Contracting
City committing $799,095 to stabilize Lawson Road stream—protects nearby properties from erosion and flooding risks, improves stormwater management.
Cost-sharing deal with Mountain Brook for Cahaba Road improvements
Birmingham and Mountain Brook will jointly fund road upgrades on Cahaba Road/US 280 and surrounding streets. This affects traffic and infrastructure maintenance in the area.
City vacates ~265 sq ft of 1st & 18th Ave for Parkside Residences
Public land at 1st Avenue South and 18th Street South will be transferred to Parkside Residences, LLC for private development. The small parcel (between Railroad Park and 2nd Avenue South) clears the way for the residential project.
Land area:
0.01 acres
City vacates alley in Block 221 between 2nd and 3rd Avenue South
Removes 400 sq ft of public right-of-way in downtown, likely freeing the abutting property for private development or consolidation. Changes what residents and businesses can access in this area.
Land area:
0.01 acres
City renews traffic-signal and lighting maintenance deal with Alabama DOT
Keeps traffic signals and street lights functioning on state-owned roads running through Birmingham. Ensures continued coordination with the state on maintenance and safety.
City hires AMEC Foster Wheeler for stormwater management plan
City is starting work on a comprehensive stormwater program—a key step toward managing flooding, reducing combined sewer overflows, and protecting water quality in local streams and waterways.
City funds $4,000 for Crestwood North street sign toppers
Neighborhood gets new street sign toppers to improve wayfinding and area visibility. Part of routine community infrastructure investment.
City adopts traffic signal maintenance agreement with ALDOT
Formalizes Birmingham's coordination with the state on upkeep of traffic signals and lighting on state routes. Ensures ongoing safety and functionality of signals across the city.
City renews traffic-signal and lighting maintenance deal with Alabama DOT
Keeps traffic signals and street lights functioning on state-owned roads running through Birmingham. Ensures continued coordination with the state on maintenance and safety.
West End Enterprise gets beer and wine license for 2258 Bessemer Road
Off-premise beer and wine sales approved at 5 Points West Mobil. Public hearing held to allow interested parties to weigh in on the license transfer.
City licenses parking lot at 721 29th Street to Slice, LLC
City-owned parking lot at 721 29th Street South will be licensed to Slice, LLC for commercial use, shifting management of public property to a private operator.
P ITEM 3. withdrawn An Ordinance renaming 1st Avenue South from 12th Street South to 16th Street South, Birmingham to "Willie Mays Drive." [Second Reading] (Recommended by the Mayor and the Public Improvements and
Village Creek watershed study gets federal partnership amendment
Amendment advances feasibility study for watershed improvements in Birmingham. Study helps city plan flood management and water quality solutions affecting multiple neighborhoods.
Cameron Carr gets right-of-way permit for sign at 18th Street North
Local resident or business owner authorized to install a sign in the public right-of-way at 214 18th Street North.
City honors Rev. Thomas Earl Gilmore with memorial signs on 19th Street
Two new memorial signs will mark 19th Street in Ensley to recognize the legacy of Reverend Thomas Earl Gilmore in the Tuxedo Neighborhood.
City awards roadway lighting contract to Buffalo Electric
City approves vendor for street lighting poles, fixtures, and parts. Improves visibility and safety on roadways citywide.
Camp Smile-A-Mile gets right-of-way for street encroachment
Camp Smile-A-Mile can now install an awning, doors, and planters extending into 16th Street South—a modest use of public right-of-way for a community organization.